Endoscope Wiring Adjustment Circuit for Cable Alignment
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Solution Overview
Problem
The conventional method of manufacturing an imaging device mounted on an endoscope is complicated due to the arrangement of cable core wires and setting jigs, leading to increased time and cost.
Innovation Solution
An endoscope with a wiring adjustment circuit that connects first and second pads through first cables, utilizing a wiring alignment mechanism to automate or semi-automate the cable connection process, allowing for efficient alignment of randomly wired cables.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Manufacturing precision
If manual arrangement of cable core wires and setting jigs is used during cable connection process, then connection accuracy can be achieved, but the process time becomes longer and cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the manual mechanical arrangement of cable core wires and setting jigs with an automated wiring adjustment circuit system. The circuit automatically identifies cable positions and adjusts wiring connections without manual intervention, thereby maintaining connection accuracy while significantly reducing the time and cost associated with manual labor.
Solution Approach 2:
The wiring adjustment circuit performs self-identification and self-adjustment of cable connections. The system automatically detects the position and configuration of cables and adjusts the wiring accordingly without requiring external manual operation, enabling the system to serve itself in the cable connection process.
2Manufacturing precision
If manual arrangement of cable core wires and setting jigs is used during cable connection process, then connection accuracy can be achieved, but manufacturing cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces costly manual labor with an automated wiring adjustment circuit that can accurately identify and connect cables without human intervention. This substitution reduces labor costs and manufacturing expenses while maintaining high connection accuracy through automated detection and adjustment mechanisms.
Solution Approach 2:
The wiring adjustment circuit autonomously performs cable identification and connection adjustment, eliminating the need for skilled manual labor and reducing manufacturing costs. The self-service capability allows the system to complete cable connections independently, reducing dependency on expensive manual operations.
3Loss of time
If automated wiring adjustment circuit is used, then cable connection time is reduced, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a wiring adjustment circuit as an intermediary component that mediates between the cable connection requirements and the physical cable arrangement. This intermediary system automates the identification and adjustment process, reducing connection time while concentrating the complexity in a dedicated, manageable circuit module rather than distributing it throughout the entire system.
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AI summary
An endoscope includes: a first substrate includes: a plurality of first pads; a plurality of first cables each including an one end, the one end connected to the plurality of first pads; a plurality of second pads connected to a connection body; and a wiring adjustment circuit disposed between the plurality of first pads and the plurality of second pads. The wiring adjustment circuit is configured to electrically connect each of the plurality of first pads to each of the plurality of second pads corresponding to each of the plurality of first cables.